The news will surely be welcomed by members of Manchester’s Jewish community

he budget airline will fly twice weekly between the two cities from November 1 of this year, and passengers are hoping the famously low-cost airline will provide serious competition for other tour operators currently offering the route, such as Jet2.com and British Airways.

EasyJet UK commercial manager Ali Gayward said the company was inspired to introduce the new route due to the cultural link between the North West of England and Israel.

She said: “The service will offer great opportunities for both British and Israeli travellers wishing to travel between two of the world’s great cities.”

Ken O’Toole, Chief Commercial Officer for the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) said: “Tel Aviv is a popular destination that’s increasing in prominence and we know that it’s very popular for passengers returning to the North West and seeing friends and family in Israel.”

The news will surely be welcomed by members of Manchester’s Jewish community, which is estimated to have a population of around 30,000…..